Tuesday, August 28, 2012

New position, more plays for WSSU Rams DeGeare

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina - Athletes often have trouble giving up a position they've played most of their lives, but Jamie DeGeare knew he wanted to see more action in his final football season at Winston-Salem State.

So when coaches asked him about switching from quarterback to fullback, DeGeare needed to think about it. But after remembering how little fun he had as backup quarterback in 2011, he figured he'd enjoy the season much more if he played more.



"In the spring, I was able to get prepared for all the contact that's involved," DeGeare said Saturday, after catching a short touchdown pass from Kameron Smith in a scrimmage. "It's actually coming along pretty well right now, and I'm excited about the season starting."

DeGeare starred at Glenn High School and ...

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